This is a special episode for me as I recount my journey within this Hallmark space. I talk about my Hallmark origin story, how the podcast started, and asnwer some questions that you all had for me. Get you a good drink and a snack and cozy up as we reminisce but also give hope to the future.

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As summer is winding, let’s catch up on all of the Hallmark movies that premiered for Summer Nights. Which one was your favorite?

Books mentioned:

• I think I was Murdered: https://a.co/d/0rPbQo3

• Mistletoe Promise: https://a.co/d/6afvHVs

• Bouquet of Dreams: (only available as an ebook): https://a.co/d/2gf6tmU

• What Not to do on Vacation: https://a.co/d/5aFAdSc

• The Perfect Rom-Com: https://a.co/d/j4Lfdz9

• The Secret to Happiness: https://a.co/d/7OXIEa6

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The one and only Jaclyn Collier stops by and talks about her latest Hallmarj movie, Double Scoop! Treat this episode like two of your friends are talking in the living room, and you're sitting over at the dining table eating and listening in.

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Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

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Felicia Simone stops by the home of Dear Hallmark to talk about all things Providence Falls.

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Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

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In this bonus episode, I talk about five Hallmark Christmas movies that bring me joy during the holiday season.

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Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b

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It's true, i've never seen this movie before, which is why I had to call on my FanLeader friend, Joey Oteng, to help me review this Hallmark classic within the Hallmark Christmas canon.

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**an excerpt read from my novella: "Chasing Wind"**

Through her best friend's notoriety, Sydney Humphries has the opportunity to go to one of the most coveted events in all of Philadelphia: The Luke + Barnes Christmas Gala. The problem? Her best firend, Corey, who's accompanying her could not care any less--which is sure to make it a night to remember.

For more from Dear Hallmark:

• To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6g
• Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b
• Say hello: [email protected] 
• Dear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

This episode is packed with a lot: Tamera is hosting a new show for Hallmark, Lifetime is switching things up for the summer, and another Summer Nights movies has been announced.

Stories mentioned in this episode:

• ​Karen Kingsbury book and movie: https://karenkingsburybookstore.com/products/the-christmas-ring-autographed-copy
• ​Lifetime doing Christian-based slate of films: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/lifetime-faith-based-movie-slate-1236294060/
• ​Baked with Love: Holiday announcement: https://deadline.com/2025/06/hallmark-tamera-mowry-housley-hosting-baked-with-love-1236442317/
• ​Catch of the Day Announcement: https://www.tvinsider.com/1199504/catch-of-the-day-hallmark-emilie-ullerup-michael-rady-photo/

For more from Dear Hallmark

• ​Christmas Wonderland Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0X9MKYdAnZ1l2sxN1xjsvc?si=df28ee7b6575457b
• ​Connect with me at [email protected] 
• ​Follow me on Fable to keep up with my reading adventures: https://fable.co/dara-476805002151?referralID=bII792TNPV
• ​To purchase "Chasing Wind": https://amzn.to/3IGUI6g
• ​Dear Hallmark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearhallmark/

There's a lot packed into this episode as I talk about Hallmark's recent announcement of some Summer Nights programming, the latest Passport to Love movie, and finally give my thoughts on Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To the Moon and Back.

Providence Falls announcement: https://deadline.com/2025/06/providence-falls-series-adaptation-hallmark-channel-1236430232/

Connect with me at [email protected] 

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Ini this episode, i touch on the Christmas in July schedule, the Hallmark Christmas Experience and other Hallmark Christmas-related news.